Job Information Job Title: Data Management Analyst Ministry: Agriculture and Irrigation Full or Part-Time: Full time Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Permanent Classification: Systems Analyst Level 2- Opted out and Excluded Salary: $3,189.98 to $4,379.96 bi-weekly ($83,258 - $114,317year) About the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation The Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation is responsible for the policies, legislation, regulations, programs, and services that enable Alberta’s agriculture and food sectors to flourish and contribute to economic growth and Albertans’ wellbeing. The ministry’s role is diverse, ranging from maintaining food safety and fostering agricultural stability, growth and diversification, to increasing investment and supporting prosperity in rural Alberta. The ministry also delivers foundational programs to irrigation and agricultural societies that help create strong rural communities and resilient agriculture sectors.

For more information about the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation please visit our website at: Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation . Turn data into insights that help shape the future of irrigation in Alberta.

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Agriculture and Irrigation is looking for a data-savvy professional to help support sustainable water management and Alberta’s agriculture industry. In this role, you’ll use your expertise in database analysis and management to support irrigation planning, water demand modelling, and informed decision-making across Alberta’s irrigated regions. Working with the Modelling and Data team, you’ll manage and analyze irrigation, weather, spatial, and water quantity data, providing the reliable information and insights needed to address evolving water supply and irrigation demands.

Operating and maintaining a basin-scale irrigation demand model for projects such as irrigation district area expansion, basin water management planning initiatives, sustainable development of irrigation infrastructure, and assessment of the effects of climate variability on irrigation water supply and demand.



Support the Section’s mandate with modelling projects, preparing reports and communicating findings to stakeholders. Collaborate with modellers, engineers, agrologists, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and data analysts, and IT specialists as a team.

Maintain, enhance, and perform quality control analysis on irrigation and water management databases to ensure data integrity and availability for modelling, analysis, and reporting. Support water modelling projects relating to irrigation demand and supply in Alberta through development and implementation of modelling scenarios, and analysis of results. Assess water availability under conditions of varying demand and supply as impacted by variable conditions.

Support maintenance and enhancement of irrigation and water management applications essential for irrigation modelling. Provide technical support to other government departments and relevant external agencies. This position requires solid analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, along with technical abilities to work with irrigation-related data, geospatial data, and support water demand modelling.

Drive for Results - Takes and delegates responsibility for outcomes by using a variety of resources to monitor performance standards, acknowledging even indirect responsibility, committing to what is good for Albertans even if not immediately accepted, and reaching goals consistent with APS direction.

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Networks - Works on maintaining close relations with all stakeholders by identifying key relationships, engaging with a range of interested parties, actively incorporating the needs of a broader group,



and influencing others through effective communication techniques.

Creative Problem

Solving -Engages the community and available resources to address issues by seeking diverse perspectives to identify root causes, finding ways to improve complex systems, employing resources from various areas to solve problems, and encouraging debate and idea generation while managing risks. A university degree in computer science, information technology, or a related discipline such as agriculture, environmental science or physical geography, supplemented by 2 (two) years of work experience with demonstrated expertise in database analysis and management, or equivalent as described below. A related two-year diploma in computer technology or a related discipline from a recognized postsecondary institution and four years related experience; Expertise in data manipulation, data QA/QC, data analysis, data visualization, and interpretation of results.

Demonstrated experience in database management, including expertise in software and coding languages such as MS Access, advanced Excel (including macros), SQL, DB2, R, Python, and Visual Studio. Demonstrated experience in working with spatial model input data using GIS software (e.g.

Assets

Experience with water quantity models, identifying model code changes, and testing and validating model performance. Office located in Lethbridge, AB (Agriculture Centre: 5401-1 Avenue S., Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week (permanent full time). Monday to Friday (08:15 am-16:30 pm).

Final candidates may be required to undergo a written test demonstrating writing skills and abilities pre or post interviews. Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Working for the Alberta Public Service .

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